Serving 210 students in grades 9-12, Legal Prep Academy Charter High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School's student population of 210 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3156 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
97%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is ranked #3156 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
210 students attend Legal Prep Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legal Prep Academy Charter High School offer ?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School part of?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School located?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
As a former teacher, I would recommend Legal Prep to a new team of administrators. The TDT (Teacher Development Team) is a committee of individuals who lack Educational Leadership development and education. LPCA''s administrators are former teachers who were promoted to admin roles based on seniority. Staff turn over rates are alarming, to the point where students are placed with rotating subs in Quarters 1-3. School needs to encounter an employee wipe out to enhance rigor and school culture.
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